A spokesperson said: “Dorothy Gale is swept away from a farm in Kansas to a magical land of Oz in a tornado and embarks on a quest with her new friends to see the Wizard who can help her return home to Kansas and help her friends as well.

“Join her and the talented cast of Act Too Arts Academy as they present this timeless wonder featuring all the hits including ‘Somewhere Over the Rainbow’.

A thrilling extravaganza of music and dance

Brendan Cole brings Show Man to The Hawth Theatre, Crawley, on Friday, March 8 (7.30pm).

Tickets cost £39 on 01293 553636.

A spokesperson said: “This brand new production promises unparalleled entertainment as Brendan Cole leads his stunning cast in a thrilling extravaganza of music and dance. The very first winner of BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing is joined by an amazing team of professional dancers, singers and a live band to showcase the superb choreography and dazzling performance that has kept him in the public eye for 15 years.”

Wildlife fun for families at Notcutts this half-term

Notcutts Garden Pride Garden Centre in Ditchling is hosting fun activities to get families closer to nature this half-term.

From February 16-24 there will be a free wildlife trail around the garden centre where children can join the hunt for woodland characters like Harold the Hedgehog and Ruby the Robin.

There’s a sweet treat for every wildlife watcher who can find all the creatures and unscramble the hidden word at the end of the trail.

In the restaurant, kids can also enjoy a free hot meal available with any adult main meal from 12pm.